Another tongue-in-cheek countdown of the habits, behaviours and tell-tale signs associated with having a girlfriend who’s a bit more “one of the lads” than stereotypically glamorous.

From practical choices and blokey hobbies to intimidating energy, strong opinions and accidentally acting more like your mate than your partner, this episode dives headfirst into the stereotypes, clichés and relationship dynamics people instantly recognise.

As always, the takes are exaggerated, the logic is questionable, and the banter does most of the heavy lifting.

This is just numbers 40–20.

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The World Cup of Pundits gets underway with Groups A–D, as some of football's biggest broadcasters battle it out for a place in the knockout stages.

From Lee Dixon, Alan Shearer, Joe Cole and Gary Neville to Gary Lineker, Jamie Carragher, Karen Carney, Roy Keane, Chris Kamara, Emma Hayes and loads more, this opening round is packed with some of the biggest names to ever analyse the beautiful game.

Some are tactical masterminds. Some are naturally entertaining. Some split opinion every weekend. And some have become just as famous for what they say in the studio as what they did on the pitch.

As always, the criteria is loose — insight, entertainment, chemistry, charisma, iconic moments and pure watchability all come into play as we decide who deserves to progress.

This is where the tournament begins — and the debates only get more heated from here.

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The World Cup of National Stereotypes gets underway with Groups A–D, as we throw some of the world's most famous national clichés into a tournament and judge them far more seriously than we probably should.

From the French, Germans and Dutch to nations with reputations for being tough, friendly, stubborn, relaxed, efficient, loud or completely unpredictable, no stereotype is safe once the draw is made.

We'll be looking at the characteristics people instantly associate with different countries, where those perceptions come from, and which nations have somehow ended up with the most recognisable stereotypes of all.

As always, this is done firmly in the spirit of humour and observation. No malice, no agenda — just a light-hearted look at the clichés and cultural quirks that people around the world recognise.

The criteria is loose — recognisability, entertainment value, cultural impact and pure stereotype strength all come into play as we decide who deserves to progress.

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From impossible goals and iconic celebrations to moments of pure drama, controversy and heartbreak, Top 10 World Cup Moments sees Alright Fans and Crazy Ginger Cabbie attempt the impossible task of ranking the greatest moments in World Cup history.

Expect legendary winners, unforgettable upsets, tears, tantrums and moments that stopped the football world in its tracks.

As always, the rankings are highly questionable, the debates are fierce, and there's every chance your number one won't even make our top ten.

Football nostalgia, strong opinions and plenty of arguments guaranteed.

Love the way we argue over the biggest moments in World Cup history? This is just the tip of the iceberg.

Every week on The World Cup Of, we take a completely random subject — from Football Shirts, Forgotten TV Shows and Holiday Nightmares to Gingers, Good Jobs and the entire USA — and turn it into a full World Cup tournament. Group stages, knockout rounds, ridiculous debates and strong opinions guaranteed.

There are now over 30 tournaments available, plus bonus episodes, with full episodes available via Spotify Subscription and Patreon.

Once you start listening, you'll never look at everyday topics in quite the same way again.

The World Cup of the Letter F gets underway with Groups A–D, where anything and everything beginning with the letter F is thrown into a tournament and judged far more seriously than it has any right to be.

From Feelings and Football Manager to Flame Shirts and Fighting, from the niche brilliance of Foot Golf to the nostalgia of Funfairs, this opening episode is packed with contenders that somehow all belong in the same competition.

Some entries are genuinely brilliant. Some are completely ridiculous. And some spark debates that nobody expected when the draw was made.

As always, the criteria is loose — cultural impact, nostalgia, usefulness, entertainment value and pure chaos all come into play as we decide who deserves to progress.

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The biggest football tournament on the planet is heading to the USA, Canada and Mexico — and we've decided to prepare for it in the only way we know how.

In this special episode, Crazy Ginger Cabbie and Alright Fans take a completely unofficial look at the 2026 World Cup, breaking down the host cities, the groups, the stadiums, the fans, the food, the travel and everything else that comes with the biggest sporting event in the world.

We'll make our predictions, identify the dark horses, discuss who'll flop spectacularly, and give our own unique guide to where to go, what to do and what to avoid when following the tournament.

Expect football chat, travel tips, nostalgia, questionable opinions and plenty of the completely unnecessary tangents you've come to expect from The World Cup Of.

Whether you're planning to attend, watch from home, or just want to hear two idiots attempt to solve the World Cup, this is your unofficial guide to 2026.

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The World Cup of The USA gets underway with Groups A–D, as we dive headfirst into the people, places, traditions and cultural icons that make America unlike anywhere else on Earth.

From cowboys and American women to the never-ending battle between Democrats and Republicans, from legendary sports bars and tailgate parties to iconic landmarks like Mount Rushmore, this opening episode is packed with some of the most recognisable symbols of the United States.

We also get into American institutions like Disneyland, Las Vegas, Hollywood, and plenty more contenders that have shaped not just America, but global culture.

Some entries represent the very best of the USA. Others represent the absolute madness of it. And as always, once the debates begin, logic quickly takes a back seat.

The criteria is loose — cultural impact, recognisability, entertainment value and pure Americana all come into play as we decide who deserves to progress.

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The World Cup of 2006 gets underway with Groups A–D, diving headfirst into one of the most iconic, chaotic and unforgettable years of the 2000s.

From the heartbreak of England v Portugal and the madness of Zidane’s headbutt, to the end of an era with Top of the Pops finishing and the launch of a tiny platform called Twitter, this opening episode is packed with moments that instantly transport you back.

We also get into tabloid chaos surrounding Heather Mills, the birth of Barron Trump, the music, the football and all the random cultural moments that somehow still feel burned into people’s memories.

Some moments changed culture. Others were massive for about three weeks and then disappeared forever. But together they perfectly capture what 2006 felt like.

As always, the criteria is loose — nostalgia, impact, cultural relevance and pure “I forgot that happened” energy all come into play as we decide who deserves to progress.

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A tongue-in-cheek countdown of the habits, behaviours and tell-tale signs associated with having a girlfriend who’s a bit more “one of the lads” than stereotypically glamorous.

From practical choices and blokey hobbies to intimidating energy, strong opinions and accidentally acting more like your mate than your partner, this episode dives headfirst into the stereotypes, clichés and relationship dynamics people instantly recognise.

As always, the takes are exaggerated, the logic is questionable, and the banter does most of the heavy lifting.

This is just numbers 40–20.

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The World Cup of World Cup Winners gets underway with Groups A–D, as champions from across the history of The World Cup Of return for one final showdown.

After 32 episodes, hundreds of entries and countless arguments, the winners now go head-to-head in the biggest and most chaotic tournament we’ve ever done.

From legendary football shirts and unforgettable cultural icons to bizarre objects, stereotypes, moments and complete nonsense, this opening round brings together some of the strongest contenders the show has ever seen.

Every category is represented. Every era of the podcast gets touched. And as always, once the debates begin, logic doesn’t last long.

This is where the ultimate tournament begins — and the stakes have never been higher.

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